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Under the Dome

2013·Show
39Episodes in3Seasons·TV-14
IMDb6.5Metacritic685.5Rotten Tomatoes67%44%
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Where to watch

Paramount+

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Under the Dome fingerprint

High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Violence7
  • Scare6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos6
  • Family Dynamics6
  • Melancholy5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor3

World

Mystery, politics, and the mind

  • World Immersion7
  • Ambiguity6
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Acting7
  • Complexity7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

A small town is suddenly and inexplicably sealed off from the rest of the world by an enormous transparent dome. While military forces, the government and the media positioned outside of this surrounding barrier attempt to break it down, a small group of people inside attempt to figure out what the dome is, where it came from, and when (and if) it will go away.
Small-Town DystopiaStephen King AdaptationMystery Box NarrativePolitical AllegorySupernatural ThrillerCommunity BreakdownClaustrophobic AtmosphereEnsemble Cast DramaSlow-Burn SuspenseExistential Dread

Crew

Directed by:
Jack Bender, Peter Leto, David Barrett
Written by:
Stephen King, Adam Stein, Peter Calloway

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Under the Dome

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Under the Dome legally?

Paramount+

Under the Dome is included with a subscription to Paramount+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Paramount+. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Under the Dome worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 6.5, Rotten Tomatoes 67%, and Metacritic 68). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Under the Dome rated?

TV-14ViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagerySuicide themes

It's rated TV-14 in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, disturbing imagery, and suicide themes.

How many seasons does Under the Dome have?

3 seasons

It has 3 seasons with 39 episodes of about 42 minutes each.

Is Under the Dome based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Under the Dome?

Critics68
Audiences55

Not quite. Critics rate Under the Dome higher (68) than audiences (55). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

When did Under the Dome air?

It ran from 2013 to 2015 and has ended.

What language is Under the Dome in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Under the Dome?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Under the Dome in 41 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Under the Dome use?

Coincidental BroadcastDeadly Force FieldTown with a Dark SecretBetty and VeronicaOffing the OffspringKill the CutieRealpolitikToplessness from the BackYour Head A-SplodeLudicrous GibsAffably EvilScrew This, I'm Out of Here!and 119 more

TV Tropes lists 131 storytelling tropes for Under the Dome, including Coincidental Broadcast, Deadly Force Field, Town with a Dark Secret.